Driving Licence New Rules : The Central Government has recently announced new rules for obtaining a driving licence, and it is very important for everyone to know about them. Let’s understand what these new rules are.
Now, you no longer need to visit the Regional Transport Office (RTO) or wait in long queues to get your driving licence. This decision by the Central Government has brought great relief to people across the country. Yes, you heard it right — now you don’t need to appear for a driving test at the RTO to get your licence.
According to the changes made in the eligibility conditions for obtaining a driving licence, applicants will no longer be required to take any driving test at the RTO. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has officially announced these new guidelines, and they are already in effect. This is indeed a big relief for applicants.
Driving Licence New Rules : Driving Schools and Training
The Ministry has clearly stated that now applicants will not have to wait for driving tests at the RTO. Instead, you can register for a driving licence through any authorized and accredited driving training institute.
If an applicant successfully passes the required tests conducted by such an institute, they will be issued a certificate. Based on this certificate, the applicant can get their driving licence without appearing for any test at the RTO.
Important Rules for Driving Schools and Trainers
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For two-wheeler, three-wheeler, and light motor vehicle training facilities, the institute must have at least one acre of land.
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For medium and heavy passenger/goods vehicles or trailers, the training institute must have at least two acres of land.
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Trainers must have a minimum qualification of Class 12th pass.
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In addition, trainers must have at least 5 years of driving experience and a good understanding of traffic rules and road safety.
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For light motor vehicle training, the total course duration will be maximum 4 weeks, consisting of 29 hours of instruction.
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Out of this, 21 hours will focus on practical driving skills — such as driving on rural roads, basic roads, urban roads, highways, parking, reversing, and driving on uphill and downhill terrains.
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The remaining 8 hours will include theoretical lessons — covering topics such as road traffic awareness, safe driving practices, causes of road accidents, first aid, and vehicle fuel (petrol/diesel) management.
